Event Manager

TA Associates; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus

Excellent health insurance

Job summary

TA Associates, a leading global private equity firm, seeks an experienced Manager of Corporate Events to lead planning and execution of conferences and events for our portfolio companies.

You will manage budgets, vendor contracts, travel logistics, speaker coordination, and post‑event assessments, collaborating with Communications and Investor Relations teams. The role requires 5–7+ years in event management and a bachelor’s degree, with travel about 25% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of corporate event management experience
• Experience planning executive-level meetings, conferences, and multi-day events
• Experience in in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats
• Strong budget, forecasting, and vendor negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder management

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of multiple corporate events and conferences
• Manage budgets, expense tracking, invoicing, post-event reconciliation, and reporting
• Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with venues, hotels, and vendors to maximize value
• Oversee event logistics: registration, travel, accommodations, catering, A/V, production, technology, and speaker management
• Collaborate with Communications, Investor Relations, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Ensure compliance with policies, legal, and risk management requirements
• Conduct post-event evaluations, attendee reporting, and recommendations for improvements
• Travel as needed for site visits and on-site leadership, ~25% of the time
• Leverage AI and emerging tech to improve planning efficiency and attendee experience

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Vendor negotiations

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cvent

Zoom

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

TA is a leading global private equity firm focused on scaling growth in profitable, high-quality companies. Investing as either a majority or minority investor, we work collaboratively with founders and management teams at our portfolio companies to help accelerate growth and deliver lasting shareholder value. To date, TA has invested in more than 560 companies across our five target industries– technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer and business services. We believe that our deep sector knowledge, investment experience and strategic value-add capabilities provide the firm with an edge in identifying and creating value for our companies. Our global team of more than 260 employees, which includes over 150 experienced investment professionals, Strategic Resource Group and Capital Markets Group team members, are based in Boston, Menlo Park, Austin, London, Mumbai and Hong Kong. Since TA’s founding in 1968, the firm has raised $65 billion in capital. More information about TA can be found at www.ta.com.

Position Overview:

The Manager is responsible for leading the planning and execution of corporate events and conferences, delivering exceptional stakeholder experiences through strategic project management and operational excellence. This role manages the end-to-end event lifecycle, overseeing planning, logistics, communications, vendor management, budget tracking, registration, travel, production, and on‑site execution to ensure events are delivered seamlessly, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of multiple corporate events and conferences.
• Manage financial aspects of assigned events, including budget development, expense tracking, invoice processing, post‑event reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with venues, hotels, and event suppliers to deliver high‑quality experiences while maximizing value.
• Oversee event logistics, including registration, travel, accommodations, food and beverage, production, audio/visual, event technology, entertainment, gifts, and speaker management, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional attendee experiences.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to plan and deliver large‑scale, complex events, fostering a team‑oriented and solutions‑driven approach.
• Ensure all events comply with attendee standards, company policies, and applicable legal, compliance, and risk management requirements.
• Lead post‑event evaluations, including attendee reporting, budget reconciliation, stakeholder debriefs, and recommendations to drive continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with cross‑functional teams—including Communications, Investor Relations and Strategic Resources Group, Legal, Compliance, and other internal stakeholders to deliver integrated, high‑quality events aligned with business objectives.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends, emerging suppliers, venues, and best practices, applying innovative ideas to enhance future events.
• Travel as needed to conduct site inspections and provide on‑site leadership, overseeing event operations and vendor coordination to ensure seamless execution.

Requirements and Characteristics of an Outstanding Performer:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, with 5–7+ years of corporate event management experience ideally within private equity, financial services, or a professional services environment.
• Demonstrated success planning and executing executive‑level meetings, conferences, receptions, dinners, and multi‑day events across in‑person, virtual, and hybrid formats.
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and deliver high‑quality results in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong financial and operational acumen, including experience with event budgeting, forecasting, vendor negotiations, and contract management.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior executives, stakeholders, and clients.
• Proactive, resourceful, and client‑focused mindset with strong leadership, influencing, negotiation, and decision‑making skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and a culture of collaboration, with personal qualities that reflect integrity, professionalism, warmth, maturity, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel; experience with Cvent, virtual event platforms (Zoom), and large event databases is preferred.
• Knowledge of premier venues and event suppliers across major U.S. and international markets.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time for site visits and on‑site event management.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve planning efficiency, enhance attendee experiences, support data‑driven decision‑making, and drive continuous process improvement.

Compensation and Benefits:

• A highly competitive package that includes a base salary plus annual performance bonus.
• Company currently pays 100% of medical, dental, disability and life insurance coverages.
• Company currently contributes 15% of compensation to employee‑directed retirement.

At TA Associates, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a collegial, inclusive, and collaborative environment where every individual can thrive. By joining TA Associates, you become part of a dynamic and supportive community where your talents are recognized, your growth is encouraged, and your contributions make a meaningful impact.

TA Associates offers a total rewards program that supports our employees’ personal and professional well‑being. Our total rewards program includes an annual base salary, discretionary performance bonus, best‑in‑class health and wellness coverage, retirement savings programs, life insurance, flexible time off, and more. An employee’s total rewards eligibility depends on their employment status with the Firm, in accordance with Firm policies and plans, which the Firm may modify from time to time.

A “pay range” is the annual salary range or hourly wage range that the employer reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for such a position at that time. Accordingly, the pay range outlined below includes base salary. A pay range for purposes of the applicable law does not include (i) an annual bonus target, (ii) overtime pay, or (iii) equity awards.

The pay range for this position is $110,000 – $120,000. In accordance with applicable law, actual compensation may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as the specific requirements of the role. TA Associates reserves the right to adjust this pay range at any time. A member of TA Associates’ Talent Management team can provide more details about the Firm’s total rewards program and practices during the interview process.